Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Powerwall 3 installation and service require knowledge of high voltage electricity and should only be performed by Tesla Certified Installers. Tesla assumes no liability for injury or property damage due to repairs attempted by unqualified individuals or a failure to properly follow these instructions. These warnings and cautions must be followed when using Powerwall 3.
Symbols in This Document
This manual uses the following symbols to highlight important information:Warning
indicates
a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or
death.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor injury or damage to the
equipment.
Note
indicates an important step or tip that leads to best
results, but is not safety or damage related.
General Information
Warning
Read this entire
document before installing or using Powerwall 3. Failure to do so or to follow any of the instructions or warnings in this
document can result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death, or can damage Powerwall 3, potentially rendering it inoperable.
Warning
Electric shock
hazard. The DC conductors of any connected PV system are normally ungrounded but
will become intermittently grounded without indication when the inverter measures
the PV array isolation. Disconnect all sources of supply before servicing.
Warning
A battery can
present a risk of electrical shock, fire, or explosion from vented gases. Observe
proper precautions.
Warning
Powerwall 3 installation must be carried
out only by Tesla Certified Installers who are licensed electricians.
Warning
Powerwall 3 is heavy. Use of lift equipment is recommended.
Warning
Use Powerwall 3 only as directed.
Warning
Do not use Powerwall 3 if it is defective, appears cracked, broken, or otherwise damaged, or fails to
operate.
Warning
Do not attempt to
open, disassemble, repair, tamper with, or modify Powerwall 3. Powerwall 3 and its components are not user
serviceable. Batteries in Powerwall are not replaceable. Contact Tesla Support or
the Certified Installer who installed the system for any repairs.
Warning
Do not insert
foreign objects into any part of Powerwall 3.
Warning
Do not expose Powerwall 3 or its components to direct flame.
Warning
Do not install Powerwall 3 near heating equipment.
Warning
Do not immerse Powerwall 3 or its components in water or other fluids.
CAUTION
Powerwall is not
designed nor warrantied for non-stationary applications.
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock. Do not remove cover, there are no user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION
Both AC and DC
voltage sources may be terminated inside this equipment. Each circuit must be
individually disconnected before servicing.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning
solvents to clean Powerwall 3, or expose Powerwall 3 to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors.
CAUTION
Do not use fluids, parts, or accessories other than those specified
in this manual, including use of non-genuine Tesla parts or accessories, or parts or
accessories not purchased directly from Tesla or a Tesla-certified party.
CAUTION
Do not place Powerwall 3 in a storage condition for more than one (1) month, or permit the electrical feed
on the Powerwall 3 to be severed for more than one (1) month. Please reach out to your installer for
more information if needed.
CAUTION
Do not paint any
part of Powerwall 3, including any internal or external components such as the exterior shell or
casing.
CAUTION
When installing Powerwall 3 in a garage or near vehicles, keep it out of the driving path. If possible,
install Powerwall 3 on a side wall and/or above the height of vehicle bumpers.
Environmental Conditions
Warning
Install Powerwall 3 in a location that prevents damage from flooding.
CAUTION
Operating or storing
Powerwall 3 in temperatures outside its
specified range might cause damage to Powerwall.
CAUTION
Ensure that no water
sources are above or near Powerwall 3, including downspouts, sprinklers, or faucets.
CAUTION
Ensure that snow
does not accumulate around Powerwall 3.